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MPHPL Discovery Passes
Families and individuals who want to visit a local attraction can do so for free by reserving a Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library Discovery Pass. Current MPHPL pass options can be checked out up to two weeks in advance.
Downtown MPHPL Third St. Entrance/Exit Closure
The downtown Mishawaka Library’s Third Street parking lot entrance/exit is temporarily close due to a city sewer project. Motorists can enter the MPHPL parking lot from Lincolnway and exit via Race Street. The sewer project is expected to be complete this fall.
MPHPL Important Notice regarding Scams
As scammers get more sophisticated with phishing and smishing scams, MPHPL reminds patrons that all official MPHPL text reminders will never include a live link. All MPHPL patron email reminders will only include our official Sirsi Catalog library link.
MPHPL Earns $10k+ Rebate Check for Harris Branch Lighting Upgrades
An Indiana Michigan Power representative was on hand at Thursday night’s MPHPL board meeting to deliver a $10,745 rebate check for recent energy-efficient lighting upgrades that were implemented at the Harris Branch.
Free Income Tax Assistance at the Downtown Mishawaka Library
Individuals and families with an annual household income of $64,000 or less can file for free through the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, sponsored by Goodwill Industries of Michiana, Inc. VITA volunteers will be at the downtown Mishawaka Library on Tuesdays, starting Tuesday, February 6, through Tuesday, April 9.
The MPHPL App Is Currently Down
The MPHPL app is currently down. We are actively working on possible solutions as we anticipate a lengthy disruption of service. We apologize for the inconvenience. Stay tuned for updates.
MPHPL Hosts Second Annual Local Author Fair for Adults Thursday, Nov. 2
The second annual Local Author Fair will take place at the downtown Mishawaka Library from 4 to 7 p.m. and is designed to give writers and readers of adult fiction and non-fiction an opportunity to connect. The public will be able to meet and greet local authors.
Harris Branch to Reopen October 2
MPHPL is excited to announce that regular hours of operation will resume at the Harris Branch Monday, October 2. Doors will open to the Harris Branch October 2 at 10 a.m. Light refreshments, family-friendly festivities and crafts for children will be available throughout the day.
Mishawaka Library Lighting Upgrades
The downtown Mishawaka Library is undergoing a significant lighting upgrade! New LED energy-efficient lighting will replace outdated fluorescent lighting. The project started in September 2023 and will continue into 2024. Follow along with the progress by bookmarking this article.